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Localization Specialist

Language
EN: fluent
JP: fluent
Salary
Employment Type
Full time

Responsibilities

  • Localizing tasks (script writing, voice recording, QA) for international versions, as well as related tasks such as scheduling, progress management, and asset management of files and scripts
  • Communication and interpretation with overseas staff and partner companies
  • Other general administrative work required within the production studio

Qualifications

Requirements for Applying

  • Native language skills in Japanese and English
  • Ability to do creative translation tasks from Japanese to English and/or English to Japanese
  • Someone with confidence in their communication skills
  • Someone who understands the industry and game development

Preferred But Not Required

  • Experience with game localization
  • Experience doing creative translation work
  • Previous work experience in the gaming industry
  • Ability to manage assets
  • Must not have trouble coming to the office and be able to work hybrid or in the office.

How to Apply

  • Click on the “Apply” button on this page and submit the required documents.
  • If the file size is too large, please use a cloud storage service or video sharing service and send us the link.
  • You are responsible for making necessary arrangements for any access restriction or limitation settings.
  • You are responsible for any charges or fees that may incur during your application process.
  • As the selection process, you may be asked to submit an English translation assignment.

Required Documents Etc.

Paperwork

  • Resume (with photo)
  • CV
  • Screening Assignment:
  • Pick a recent game, video work, manga, or novel you found most interesting, and state the titles and briefly explain your reasonings.
  • Explanation on your Japanese and English skills
  • If you have a TOEIC, TOEFL, or any other scores that measure your language abilities, please make note of it.

**Please leave out any confidential sources or information when you submit.


About the Company

Kojima Productions, based in Tokyo, Japan, is an independent studio helmed by acclaimed game creator and visionary Hideo Kojima.

Our mission is to be the first to surprise and delight customers with new, innovative and unique AAA entertainment experiences of the highest quality.

Comprised of industry veterans and top tier talent, our multi-national team of highly motivated creators collaborate in an open environment to push the latest technology and their creative impulses to the forefront of entertainment.

The studio released DEATH STRANDING for the PlayStation®4 in 2019, and for the PC in 2020.

Work Hours

Discretionary Labor System
Standard work hour starts at 10:00 am. Exact work hours are left to individual discretion.

Salary

Annual salary, performance incentive system in place
We will take into consideration your past experiences and abilities and match them to our company regulations.

Benefits

Transportation expenses (within income tax exemption limits), various insurance (health, pension, unemployment, accident compensation), salary revision (once a year), new employment training

Time-off

Five-day work week (2 days off, Saturday and Sunday), official holidays, summer vacation, end-of-year/New Year, paid vacation, congratulatory/bereavement leave